Gregory W. Meeks

Directing the President, pursuant to section 5(c) of the War Powers Resolution, to remove United States Armed Forces from hostilities with Iran.

This concurrent resolution directs the President to remove U.S. Armed Forces from hostilities against Iran unless explicitly authorized by a declaration of war or a congressional authorization for use of military force against Iran. Elements of the U.S. Armed Forces needed to defend the United States, an ally, or a partner from imminent attack are not covered by this requirement provided the President complies with a specified provision of the War Powers Resolution. (The provision generally requires the President to remove U.S. Armed Forces from hostilities no more than 60 days after the President notifies or is required to notify Congress of such involvement, unless Congress authorizes such use. For more information on the War Powers Resolution, see CRS In Focus 13134 .)

To establish a pilot program for the Secretary of Housing and Urban Development to evaluate the effectiveness of insuring mortgages made to finance improvements to convert basement spaces into safely habitable dwelling units, and for other purposes.

The federal government would test a program to insure mortgages that help homeowners convert their basements into safe, livable apartments or rental units. This pilot program, run by the Department of Housing and Urban Development, would study whether this approach works well and could increase the housing supply by making use of existing basement spaces. Homeowners looking to add rental units or additional living space would be the main beneficiaries of this mortgage insurance option.

Providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 2913) to authorize support for Ukraine, and for other purposes.

This resolution provides for the consideration of H.R. 2913, the Ukraine Support Act. It also provides that the Clerk of the House shall transmit to the Senate a message that the House has passed H.R. 2913 no later than one week after the bill's passage.

Providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule submitted by the Bureau of Consumer Financial Protection relating to the withdrawal of the rule relating to "Consumer Financial Protection Circular 2023-02: Reopening Deposit Accounts That Consumers Previously Closed".

Congress would reject a Consumer Financial Protection Bureau rule that would have made it easier for banks to reopen deposit accounts that customers had previously closed. The rule aimed to clarify when and how banks could restart dormant accounts without explicit customer permission, but this measure would block that policy from taking effect. Banks and consumer advocates have disagreed about whether reopening old accounts helps or harms customers.

BIS Licensing Efficiency Act of 2026

This bill would streamline the process the Commerce Department uses to approve or deny export licenses for controlled goods and technology, likely making decisions faster and more efficient. The changes would affect companies that export sensitive items like advanced electronics or software, as well as the government agencies that review these requests to protect national security. The goal is to reduce delays in the licensing process while maintaining safeguards against exports that could harm U.S. interests.

Directing the President, pursuant to section 5(c) of the War Powers Resolution, to remove United States Armed Forces from hostilities with Iran.

This concurrent resolution directs the President to remove U.S. Armed Forces from hostilities against Iran unless explicitly authorized by a declaration of war or a congressional authorization for use of military force against Iran. Elements of the U.S. Armed Forces needed to defend the United States, an ally, or a partner from imminent attack are not covered by this requirement provided the President complies with a specified provision of the War Powers Resolution. (The provision generally requires the President to remove U.S. Armed Forces from hostilities no more than 60 days after the President notifies or is required to notify Congress of such involvement, unless Congress authorizes such use. For more information on the War Powers Resolution, see CRS In Focus 13134 .)

End Russian Oil Windfalls Act

This bill would likely impose new taxes or restrictions on profits that oil companies make from selling Russian oil, with the goal of reducing financial benefits from trade with Russia. The measure would affect major oil companies and potentially consumers through changes in oil pricing and availability. The bill has been sent to committees in Congress to review how it would work with existing tax and foreign policy laws.

Terminating the national emergency declared to impose global tariffs.

This bill would end the national emergency declaration that the President used to impose tariffs on imports from other countries. It would remove the legal authority the administration is using to add taxes on foreign goods without going through the normal congressional approval process. The change would affect businesses that import products, consumers who buy imported goods, and trading partners around the world.

Relating to a national emergency by the President on February 1, 2025.

This resolution addresses a national emergency declaration made by the President on February 1, 2025, related to immigration matters. The measure has passed the House and is now being reviewed by the Senate Finance Committee, where lawmakers will debate whether to support, modify, or reject the emergency declaration and any associated immigration policies or enforcement actions it authorizes.

Terminating the national emergency declared to impose duties on articles imported from Brazil.

This joint resolution terminates the national emergency that was declared by President Donald J. Trump in an executive order on July 30, 2025, that also imposed an additional 40% tariff on certain imports from Brazil based on the emergency declaration. (The executive order exempted certain products, such as civil aircraft and parts, wood pulp, precious metals, energy and energy products, and fertilizers, from this additional tariff.)

RESTRICT Act

The legislation would give the federal government new authority to review and block foreign investments and technology deals that could pose national security risks, particularly from countries like China. Companies and investors would need to notify the government about certain transactions involving sensitive technologies, data, or infrastructure, and officials could force the sale or restructuring of deals deemed threatening. The rules would affect tech companies, telecommunications firms, and other businesses involved in critical infrastructure or advanced technologies.

Stop Illegal Fishing Act

The legislation would strengthen enforcement against illegal fishing on federal lands and waters by increasing penalties for violations and giving federal agencies better tools to catch and prosecute poachers. It would affect recreational and commercial fishermen, Native American tribes with fishing rights, and federal land managers who work to protect fish populations and ecosystems. The bill aims to reduce overfishing and protect fish species from being depleted by people fishing without proper licenses or in restricted areas.

Enhancing Multi-Class Share Disclosures Act

Enhancing Multi-Class Share Disclosures Act This bill requires issuers of securities with multi-class share structures to disclose certain information in any proxy solicitation or consent solicitation material. A multi-class share structure occurs when a company issues two or more classes of shares that have different voting rights. For example, a company may issue one class of shares with no or few voting rights for the public, and another class with more voting rights for company founders and executives. Under the bill, the issuer must disclose certain information about each director, director nominee, named executive officer, and each beneficial owner of securities with 5% or more of the total combined voting power of all classes of securities entitled to vote in the election of directors. Specifically, the issuer must disclose (1) the number of shares of all classes of securities entitled to vote in the election of directors beneficially owned by such person, and (2) the amount of voting power held by such person.

Burma GAP Act

The legislation would ban imports of goods made in Burma (Myanmar) unless the country meets certain human rights and labor standards, and would require the U.S. government to report on forced labor practices there. This would affect American companies that source products from Burma and consumers who buy goods made there, while putting pressure on the Burmese government to improve worker protections and democratic freedoms.

Saving Lives and Taxpayer Dollars Act

Based on the title and international affairs focus, this bill likely aims to reduce costs in U.S. foreign aid or international programs while maintaining or improving their effectiveness. The specific changes would depend on the bill's details, but it could involve restructuring how the government spends money on activities like humanitarian assistance, diplomatic operations, or international development projects. Taxpayers and people in countries receiving U.S. assistance would be affected by any changes to how these programs operate.

Providing for congressional disapproval of the proposed foreign military sale to the Government of the United Arab Emirates of certain defense articles and services.

This joint resolution prohibits a proposed foreign military sale of certain defense articles and services to the United Arab Emirates.

Providing for congressional disapproval of the proposed military sale to the Government of the United Arab Emirates of certain defense articles and services.

This joint resolution prohibits a proposed foreign military sale of certain defense articles and services to the United Arab Emirates.

Ukraine Support Act

Ukraine Support Act This bill addresses the war between Russia and Ukraine by (1) providing assistance to Ukraine and certain European countries, and (2) establishing penalties for Russia and certain foreign persons (individuals and entities). Assistance provided under the bill includes establishing a reconstruction trust fund for Ukraine, requiring the U.S. International Development Finance Corporation to prioritize support for Ukraine, reviving the President’s authority to lend or lease defense articles to Ukraine or Eastern European countries affected by the war through FY2028, extending through 2027 the Department of Defense’s authority to provide security assistance and intelligence support to Ukrainian forces, and requiring the Department of State to take certain actions to build the capacity of the militaries and border forces of Baltic countries. Additionally, the President must periodically determine if the Russian government or any proxy is waging a war of aggression against Ukraine, refusing to sincerely negotiate a peace agreement with Ukraine, or acting in violation of a negotiated peace agreement with Ukraine. If the President makes such a determination, the President must impose certain penalties including property- and visa-blocking sanctions on certain Russian officials; property-blocking sanctions on Russian companies in the oil and mining sectors, Rosatom (Russia's state-owned nuclear enterprise) and its subsidiaries, and certain Russian financial institutions; and increasing the rate of duty on all goods and services imported from Russia into the United States to at least 500% relative to the value of such goods and services.

U.S. Engagement in Sudanese Peace Act

U.S. Engagement in Sudanese Peace Act This bill requires or authorizes certain actions related to the conflict in Sudan, including requiring sanctions on certain foreign persons (individuals or entities) and authorizing U.S. assistance for a multinational force in Sudan. The bill requires the President to select various sanctions to impose on each foreign person the President determines (1) has knowingly perpetrated, directed, or enabled genocide, war crimes, or crimes against humanity against civilians in Sudan since April 2023; (2) has knowingly engaged in systematic blocking of and interference with the delivery of humanitarian aid to civilians in Sudan since April 2023; or (3) is violating the UN arms embargo on Darfur, a region in western Sudan. Sanctions that may be imposed include blocking of property, blocking of visas, or bans on loans. The bill also authorizes the Department of State to provide assistance to deploy and sustain a multinational force to advance civilian protection, facilitate humanitarian operations, and monitor any prospective ceasefire in Sudan. No major defense equipment may be sold, exported, or transferred to any country the President identifies as supporting the Sudanese Armed Forces (Sudan's military) or the Rapid Support Forces (a paramilitary force in conflict with the Sudanese Armed Forces). The State Department and the U.S. Mission to the United Nations must advocate for and support certain policies in multilateral bodies, such as unimpeded humanitarian access in Sudan and the documentation of atrocities. The bill extends the position of special envoy for Sudan through December 23, 2029.

No Russian Tunnel to Crimea Act

No Russian Tunnel to Crimea Act This bill requires the President to impose visa- and property-blocking sanctions on foreign persons that knowingly participate in the construction, maintenance, or repair of a tunnel or bridge that connects the Russian mainland with the Crimean Peninsula. The bill provides exceptions to these sanctions in certain circumstances (such as providing humanitarian assistance or to comply with international obligations). The President may also waive such sanctions on the basis of U.S. national security interests.